Buiding on its impressive performance in 2024, Petrovietnam is setting a double-digit growth target of over 10 per cent for 2025.

The United Kingdom - Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA), effective since 2021, reduces or eliminate tariffs on many product groups, helping strengthen bilateral trade, which in turn is making Việt Nam an increasingly attractive business partner for UK firms.

Temu, owned by Chinese e-commerce giant PDD Holdings, is considered one of the world’s fastest-growing e-commerce platforms, with sales estimated at $30 billion by the year-end. It started allowing shoppers from Việt Nam in October.

Five banks, including Vietinbank, ACB, VIB, Techcombank and MSB, have qualified for the credit room expansion in the last time of this year

The stock market experienced a slight correction over the week, with the VN-Index testing a critical support zone around 1,260 points as short-term profit-taking pressure increased.

Coconut has been recognised as one of Việt Nam's six key industrial crops (alongside coffee, rubber, tea, cashews, and pepper) under the Master Plan for Developing Key Industrial Crops by 2030.

There is a huge potential to produce electricity here not only for the needs of Việt Nam but also for the needs of surrounding countries in Southeast Asia, said EU Ambassador Julien Guerrier.

The country needs a comprehensive strategy that would involve inter-sectoral and interregional cooperation, promote innovation in production and foster a green, environmentally friendly economy with active participation from businesses, households, and individuals.

To building a green transport system, Vietnam will need nearly $14 billion to develop a network of charging stations, said insiders.

The PM said that it would require the participation of the entire political system, the engagement of people, businesses, and investors, and the support of international friends to develop the industry.

The total revenue of these 36 products reached nearly VNĐ50 trillion, with export turnover approximating $1 billion.

Together with the UK – Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA), the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will create new opportunities for companies and consumers in the UK and Việt Nam, affirmed British Ambassador to Viet Nam Iain Frew.

The signing ceremony, held on December 12, was attended by representatives from the State Capital Management Committee, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, EVN, and the EPC consortium.

The ‘Canada Brand’ campaign began on Friday at Lotte Mart in HCM City’s District 7, showcasing the finest Canadian foods to Vietnamese customers.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in the northern province of Thai Binh have exceeded US$1 billion for the second consecutive year in 2024, according to local authorities.

An economic and trade cooperation talks between the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang and Baise city of China’s Guangxi took place in Cao Bang city on December 13. ​

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is believed to accelerate the economic relations between Việt Nam and the UK to a new height. It also offers a significant opportunity for businesses to expand their market reach and enhance their competitiveness.

The EU's Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) poses challenges for Việt Nam's rubber industry, but it also opens doors to new opportunities. 

Việt Nam’s strategic policies, young workforce, and increasing focus on sustainability make it a prime destination for Malaysian investors, aligning closely with the vision of Malaysian business leaders, affirmed Angus Liew, president of the Malaysian Business Chamber Vietnam (MBCV)

The shopping space features famous global brands such as Gucci, Dior, Chanel, Adidas and Burberry.